All-Out Aerial Attack Opens The 2004 OP Newport Classic
Gavin Sutherland blasts his way into the airshow final.
Six Surfers Headed To Sunday's Airshow Final
About 30 Surfers battled through 6 man heats in solid Newport beachbreak on Thursday afternoon for the chance to make Sunday's airshow final. While inconsistent sets skunked some competitors, the lucky ones were presented with head-high walls and thick sections to launch their campaign toward the money round.
Top 6 Qualifiers
1. Josh Sleigh, 40.5
2. Josh Hoyer, 39
3. Gavin Sutherland, 38.5
4. Ted Navarro, 33
5. Jason "Ratboy" Collins, 33
6. Christian Homan, 28
Format
Scores were based on cometitors top two airs (single highest score from round one and single highest score from round 2).
Don't Miss It
The final will take place at high noon (12:00pm) on Sunday, Sept. 26 at 56th St. in Newport Beach. If you can't make it to the sand, check back here for full coverage including photos and video.
What's on the line?
Airshow finalists will be going after more than bragging rights on Sunday.
Prize Money
1. $2,000
2. $1,000
3. $750
4. $600
5. $400
6. $250
